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More kitchen products on our radar Grate Deal We do a lot of grating at Fine Cooking, and it can require some serious muscle. That’s why we were impressed by the smart design of these new graters from West Blade; their layered, flat blades reduce drag, requiring less force than raised tines, and allow you to grate both up and down. (Huge bonus feature: The citrus zester will remove only zest, stopping when you reach pith.) Add in the easy-to-grip ergonomic handles, and we were sold. $19.95 each; williams-sonoma.com; 877812-6235. » Brigh Noodle This Stellar Cellar The multifunctional Pinch, Pour, and Level Salt Cellar is true to its name: Pinch from the large opening to season, pour liberally to salt pasta water, and level against the straight edge at the top of the bowl. Even cooler, this cellar, designed by former Fine Cooking art director Steve Hunter, is made from 3D-printed porcelain. $124.34; shapeways.com. na in sa th th de in m $1 Berry Aromatic For a changeup from classic black pepper, look to two new favorite varietals: The Batak berry hails from Indonesia and has a bright, lemongrassy aroma, while the timur berry, from Nepal, is fresh and citrusy. $13 for 0.7 oz.; thefrench farm.com; 713-660-0577. Made (yes, in the heart of Ohio’s Amish country) with double the amount of egg yolks than most noodles, these have a rich flavor and hearty texture. Serve them with a little butter, salt, and pepper, and you’re good to go. $2.53 for 12 oz.; marzetti.com. ght Side Infused with both jalapeño and lime, this grapeseed and olive oil blend from Extravagonzo wooed us with its punchy combination of heat and zing; it’s a natural for dipping bread or drizzling over vegetables. $13.99 for 6.8 fl. oz.; extravagonzofoods.com. Cut to the Chase We’re fans of JK Adams’s wellmade cutting boards, and their hefty maple barbecue board is no exception. It’s the perfect gift for any grill fan, especially when it’s engraved with a personal message or monogram. $70 (plus $15 for engraving); jk adams.com; 866-362-4422. Soy Ride Cold-smoked with Japanese Mizunara oak, which is traditionally used in Japanese whiskey barrels, this soy sauce has a delicious, smoky edge that’s not overpowering. Give it a whirl in marinades, dipping sauces, and stir-fries. $19; marxpantry.com; 866-588-6279. Dip Service ore kitchen products o kitchen products on our radar Grate Deal We do a lot of grating at Fine Cook- ing, and it can require some seri- ous muscle. That’s why we were impressed by the smart design of these new graters from West Blade; their layered, flat blades reduce drag, requiring less force than raised tines, and allow you to grate both up and down. (Huge bonus feature: The citrus zester will remove only zest, stopping when you reach pith.) Add in the easy-to-grip ergonomic handles, and we were sold. $19.95 each; williams-sonoma.com; 877- 812-6235. » Brigh Noodle This Stellar Cellar The multifunctional Pinch, Pour, and Level Salt Cellar is true to its name: Pinch from the large open- ing to season, pour liberally to salt pasta water, and level against the straight edge at the top of the bowl. Even cooler, this cellar, designed by former Fine Cook- ing art director Steve Hunter, is made from 3D-printed porcelain. $124.34; shapeways.com. na in sa th th de in m $1 Berry Aromatic For a changeup from classic black pepper, look to two new favorite varietals: The Batak berry hails from Indonesia and has a bright, lemongrassy aroma, while the timur berry, from Nepal, is fresh and citrusy. $13 for 0.7 oz.; thefrench farm.com; 713-660-0577. Made (yes, in the heart of Ohio’s Amish country) with double the amount of egg yolks than most noodles, these have a rich flavor and hearty texture. Serve them with a little butter, salt, and pepper, and you’re good to go. $2.53 for 12 oz.; marzetti.com. ght Side Infused with both jalapeño and lime, this grapeseed and olive oil blend from Extravagonzo wooed us with its punchy combination of heat and zing; it’s a natural for dipping bread or drizzling over vegetables. $13.99 for 6.8 fl. oz.; extravagonzofoods.com. Cut to the Chase We’re fans of JK Adams’s well- made cutting boards, and their hefty maple barbecue board is no exception. It’s the perfect gift for any grill fan, especially when it’s engraved with a personal message or monogram. $70 (plus $15 for engraving); jk adams.com; 866-362-4422. Soy Ride Cold-smoked with Japa- nese Mizunara oak, which is traditionally used in Japanese whiskey barrels, this soy sauce has a delicious, smoky edge that’s not overpowering. Give it a whirl in marinades, dipping sauces, and stir-fries. $19; marxpantry.com; 866-588-6279. Dip Service Upgr Upgr ory & C t t We’re alwa itchen products on our radar Grate Deal We do a lot of grating at Fine Cook- ing, and it can re kitchen products on our radar Grate Deal We do a lot of grating at Fine Cook- ing, and it can require some seri- ous muscle. That’s why we were impressed by the smart design of these new graters from West Blade; their layered, flat blades reduce drag, requiring less force than raised tines, and allow you to grate both up and down. (Huge bonus feature: The citrus zester will remove only zest, stopping when you reach pith.) Add in the easy-to-grip ergonomic handles, and we were sold. $19.95 each; williams-sonoma.com; 877- 812-6235. » Brigh Noodle This Stellar Cellar The multifunctional Pinch, Pour, and Level Salt Cellar is true to its name: Pinch from the large open- ing to season, pour liberally to salt pasta water, and level against the straight edge at the top of the bowl. Even cooler, this cellar, designed by former Fine Cook- ing art director Steve Hunter, is made from 3D-printed porcelain. $124.34; shapeways.com. na in sa th th de in m $1 Berry Aromatic For a changeup from classic black pepper, look to two new favorite varietals: The Batak berry hails from Indonesia and has a bright, lemongrassy aroma, while the timur berry, from Nepal, is fresh and citrusy. $13 for 0.7 oz.; thefrench farm.com; 713-660-0577. Made (yes, in the heart of Ohio’s Amish country) with double the amount of egg yolks than most noodles, these have a rich flavor and hearty texture. Serve them with a little butter, salt, and pepper, and you’re good to go. $2.53 for 12 oz.; marzetti.com. ght Side Infused with both jalapeño and lime, this grapeseed and olive oil blend from Extravagonzo wooed us with its punchy combination of heat and zing; it’s a natural for dipping bread or drizzling over vegetables. $13.99 for 6.8 fl. oz.; extravagonzofoods.com. Cut to the Chase We’re fans of JK Adams’s well- made cutting boards, and their hefty maple barbecue board is no exception. It’s the perfect gift for any grill fan, especially when it’s engraved with a personal message or monogram. $70 (plus $15 for engraving); jk adams.com; 866-362-4422. Soy Ride Cold-smoked with Japa- nese Mizunara oak, which is traditionally used in Japanese whiskey barrels, this soy sauce has a delicious, smoky edge that’s not overpowering. Give it a whirl in marinades, dipping sauces, and stir-fries. $19; marxpantry.com; 866-588-6279. 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